Md. Code Regs. 26.10.07.01

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 26.10.07.01 - Scope

A. Applicability.

(1) The requirements of this chapter apply only to the following oil storage facilities:

(a) An oil storage facility with a new or existing gasoline UST system located in a high risk groundwater use area (HRGUA) or well head protection area (WHPA); and

(b) An oil storage facility that meets the definition of a high risk underground oil storage facility under Regulation .07A of this chapter.

(2) In addition to the requirements of this chapter, an owner of a new or existing gasoline UST system and an owner of a high risk underground oil storage facility is subject to the requirements under COMAR 26.10.01-26.10.06, 26.10.08-26.10.12, and 26.10.16.

B. Variances.

(1) The Department may grant an owner of a new or existing gasoline UST system or a high risk underground oil storage facility a variance from one or more requirements of this chapter if the owner demonstrates the UST system or oil storage facility is not a threat to groundwater.

(2) An owner applying for a variance provided under §B(1) of this regulation shall submit to the Department the following information:

(a) A survey of groundwater use within a 1/2 mile radius of the oil storage facility;

(b) A description of the construction materials used for the UST system;

(c) A description of the release detection methods used to protect groundwater;

(d) A description of operation and testing methods used to protect groundwater; and

(e) Any other information requested by the Department.

Md. Code Regs. 26.10.07.01

Regulation .01 adopted effective 49:12 Md. R. 642, eff. 6/13/2022